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Best Spinal stenosis doctors in Istanbul: TOP 52 doctors

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Ertugrul Pinar

  • 4.6 Excellent 206 reviews
  • 7 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
  • 900+ neurosurgical procedures performed – Dr. Pinar specializes in adult and pediatric brain and spine conditions at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

    • 6 years of experience in neurosurgery
    • Trained at Marmara University – one of Turkey's leading medical schools
    • Handles complex spinal cases including stenosis and degenerative conditions
    • Works with both adult and pediatric patients
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Professor Onur Yaman

  • 4.4 Good 55 reviews
  • 25 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, NP Istanbul Brain Hospital
  • Prof. Dr. Onur Yaman, president of the Middle East Spine Society, specializes in spinal disorders at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

    • Over 15 years of neurosurgery experience with a focus on spinal conditions
    • Leader in spine surgery – trained at prestigious institutions like Koç University Hospital and Memorial Hospitals Group
    • Expert in both conservative and surgical treatment approaches
    • Authored numerous publications and presented at international congresses
    • Current instructor at Üsküdar University Faculty of Medicine
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Melih Uc

  • 4.9 Excellent 53 reviews
  • 19 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Valued Med Hub Hospitals
  • 1,100+ neurosurgical procedures over 17 years – Melih Uc specializes in complex spinal conditions at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

    • Expert in minimally invasive spine surgery techniques
    • Trained at University of Wisconsin Neurosurgery Clinic
    • Published research on innovative pars repair methods
    • Special focus on spinal stenosis and herniated discs
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Erhan Arslan

  • 5 Excellent 1 review
  • 19 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital
  • Prof. Dr. Erhan Arslan specializes in spinal canal stenosis surgery, with over 20 years of neurosurgical experience at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

    • Expert in minimally invasive neurosurgery techniques
    • Published multiple studies on spinal cord conditions
    • Fellowship-trained at Helsinki University Central Hospital
    • Professor of neurosurgery with academic leadership roles
    • Member of Turkish Neurosurgery Association
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Ersoy Kocabicak

  • 5 Excellent 3 reviews
  • 30 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Atlas University Hospital
  • Prof. Kocabicak is an internationally recognized leader in neurosurgery, with deep expertise in complex spine and functional neurosurgery at Atlas University Hospital.

    • Over 15 years specializing in spinal stenosis and degenerative spine conditions
    • Published 46+ international research papers on neurosurgical techniques
    • Holds leadership roles in multiple international neurosurgical associations
    • Trained at prestigious Maastricht University in advanced neurosurgical methods
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Dogan Gucluhan Guclu

  • 5 Excellent 1 review
  • 23 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, VM Medical Park Florya Hospital
  • Expert in spinal stenosis with extensive experience – Assoc Prof Dogan Gucluhan Guclu specializes in complex spine surgeries at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital.

    • Over 20 years of neurosurgical practice
    • Skilled in minimally invasive techniques for spinal conditions
    • Published research on spinal surgery outcomes
    • Specializes in both adult and pediatric spinal deformities
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Musa Boztepe

  • 4.7 Excellent 3 reviews
  • 37 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Büyük Anadolu Hospitals (BAH International)
  • Dr. Musa Boztepe specializes in spinal conditions like spinal stenosis, with training from Istanbul Göztepe Training and Research Hospital.

    • Over 30 years of experience in neurosurgery
    • Trained in spinal surgery at Turkish Neurosurgery Association courses
    • Focused on cervical disc herniation and spinal disorders
    • Member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association
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Erkan Kaptanoglu

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  • 34 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Estexper Clinic
  • Prof. Erkan Kaptanoglu has dedicated his career to spinal surgery, with groundbreaking research on spinal cord injuries and regeneration. He brings decades of expertise to complex spinal cases.

    • Specializes in spinal deformities like scoliosis and kyphosis
    • Pioneered research on stem cell therapy for spinal injuries
    • Recipient of multiple prestigious awards for spinal research
    • Member of EUROSPINE and AO Spine international societies
    • Former Head of Neurosurgery at Marmara University
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Savas Ceylan

  • 5 Excellent 1 review
  • 32 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital
  • Prof. Ceylan has performed over 5,629 endoscopic surgeries, including complex spinal procedures at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

    • Specialized in neurosurgery with extensive experience in endoscopic techniques
    • Professor and head of neurosurgery at Kocaeli University since 1998
    • Member of international neurosurgical societies including AANS and WFNS
    • Trained in the UK under renowned neurosurgeons Bernard Williams and Edward Hitchcock
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Ozdogan Selcuk

  • New
  • 15 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Estexper Clinic
  • Assoc. Prof. Ozdogan trained under Prof. Dr. M. Gazi Yasargil, a pioneer in neurosurgery, and specializes in spinal stenosis at Estexper Clinic.

    • Holds a Ph.D. in Molecular Medicine from Yeditepe University
    • Member of the Turkish Spine Association and European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
    • Extensive experience in neurosurgery at top Turkish hospitals
    • Specializes in complex spinal conditions
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Ilhan Elmaci

  • 5 Excellent 52 reviews
  • 39 years of experience
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  • Turkey, Istanbul, Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
  • Prof. Dr. Ilhan Elmaci specializes in advanced spinal stenosis treatments at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital, combining microsurgery and endoscopic techniques for optimal outcomes.

    • Trained in micro neurosurgery at Zurich University under Professor M. Gazi Yaşargil
    • Enhanced expertise in neurooncology and vascular neurosurgery at Johns Hopkins University
    • Founding chairman of the Skull Base Society in Turkey
    • Member of the Executive Committee of the European Skull Base Society
    • Published over 110 scientific papers in international journals
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Serkan Kitis

  • 4.7 Excellent 349 reviews
  • 16 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Memorial Şişli Hospital
  • Neurosurgery specialist with over a decade of experience, currently practicing at Memorial Şişli Hospital.

    • Specializes in spinal conditions with over 10 years in neurosurgery
    • Trained at Bezmialem University and Istanbul University
    • Works in one of Istanbul's leading hospitals
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Gürhan Adam

  • 4.7 Excellent 131 reviews
  • 21 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital
  • Dr. Gürhan Adam specializes in interventional radiology with dual fellowships from Ege and Uludag Universities.

    • 13+ years of experience in interventional radiology
    • Member of Turkish Radiology Society and Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiological Society
    • Performed procedures at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital
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Onur Yaman

  • 4.7 Excellent 131 reviews
  • 17 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital
  • Prof. Dr. Onur Yaman has 25 years of expertise in spine surgery, with multiple awards and a patent for a spinal laminoplasty plate.

    • Holds a patent for a spinal laminoplasty plate – a unique contribution to spine surgery
    • Multiple best presentation awards between 2013 and 2016
    • Member of prestigious societies including Euro Spine and AO Spine
    • Associate Professor with extensive research and clinical experience
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Ramazan Sari

  • 5 Excellent 52 reviews
  • 22 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
  • Dr. Sari specializes in spinal stenosis treatments using advanced microsurgery and endoscopic techniques assisted by O-arm CT neuronavigation.

    • Over 10 years of neurosurgery experience
    • Associate Professor in Neurosurgery since 2021
    • Skilled in neuromonitorization and neuronavigation
    • Practices at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
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Naci Karacaoglan

  • 4.6 Excellent 472 reviews
  • 33 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipol Mega University Hospital
  • Dr. Naci Karacaoglan is a top plastic surgeon in Turkey with 30+ years of expertise in reconstructive procedures.

    • Recognized as one of the 'Top 10 Plastic Surgeons' by Harper's Bazaar and Elle
    • Awarded 'cosmetic surgery and plastic surgery expert' by the Ministry of Health of Turkey
    • Member of multiple prestigious societies including the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
    • Fellowship-trained at Breast Surgery Center in Portland, Oregon, USA
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Salih Murat Imer

  • 5 Excellent 52 reviews
  • 41 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
  • Prof. Salih Murat Imer brings over 30 years of neurosurgical expertise, specializing in spinal conditions at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

    • Trained in advanced spine techniques like full-endoscopic surgery in Germany
    • Holds European Board certification and multiple international fellowships
    • Published 68 articles on neurosurgical topics
    • Performed complex spinal surgeries using Gamma Knife technology
    • Former professor and department head at Istanbul University
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Baran Yil

  • 4.9 Excellent 53 reviews
  • 21 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Valued Med Hub Hospitals
  • Dr. Baran Yil brings specialized expertise from Yale School of Medicine's neurosurgery program, focusing on spinal conditions at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

    • Trained under Prof. Dr. Türker Kılıç at Marmara University
    • Cerebrovascular Research Fellowship at Yale School of Medicine
    • Awarded Young Neurosurgeon Encouragement Prize by Turkish Neurosurgery Society
    • Active member of Turkish Spine Association and AOSpine
    • Organized multiple neurosurgery and skull-base anatomy courses
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Kemal Paksoy

  • 4.4 Good 55 reviews
  • 19 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, NP Istanbul Brain Hospital
  • Dr. Kemal Paksoy specializes in spinal stenosis at NPISTANBUL Brain Hospital, with extensive experience in neurosurgery and spine care.

    • Completed neurosurgery training at Ondokuz Mayıs University
    • Worked at Memorial Hospitals Group Spine Center for 6 years
    • Member of academic staff at Üsküdar University Faculty of Medicine
    • Published in numerous international and national scientific journals
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Idris Avci

  • 4.4 Good 55 reviews
  • 12 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, NP Istanbul Brain Hospital
  • Dr. Idris Avci specializes in spinal stenosis at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital, with advanced training from Johns Hopkins University.

    • Board-certified in Brain and Nerve Surgery with 4+ years of experience
    • Completed 'Fundamental Neuroscience and Neuroimaging' training at Johns Hopkins
    • Works at NP Brain Hospital Neurosurgery Clinic
    • Published in multiple international and domestic scientific journals
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DoctorexperienceGood Fit ForWhat Sets Them ApartClinic & LocationConsultation
7 years of experienceComplex spinal stenosis casesSpecializes in spine and brain conditions – performs 900+ procedures. Trained at Marmara University's renowned neurosurgery program.
Turkey
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25 years of experienceComplex spinal disordersPresident of Middle East Spine Society with extensive surgical experience. Combines academic expertise with clinical practice at leading hospitals.
Turkey
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19 years of experienceComplex spinal stenosis casesSpecializes in minimally invasive techniques for spinal stenosis. Trained at top US neurosurgery program. Published researcher on innovative spinal repair methods.
Turkey
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19 years of experienceSpinal stenosis surgerySpecializes exclusively in spinal canal stenosis – combines minimally invasive techniques with academic expertise. Published researcher and member of leading neurosurgical associations.
Turkey
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30 years of experienceComplex spine conditionsLeading expert in advanced spinal procedures with international training. Heads the neurosurgery department at Atlas University and serves on multiple international neurosurgical boards.
Turkey
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23 years of experienceComplex spinal casesNeurosurgery specialist with expertise in complex spine surgeries and minimally invasive techniques. Assoc Prof title reflects academic leadership in the field.
Turkey
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37 years of experienceComplex spinal conditionsSpecializes in complex spinal disorders with Turkish Neurosurgery Association training. Extensive experience in cervical disc herniation and spinal surgery.
Turkey
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34 years of experienceComplex spinal deformitiesLeading expert in spinal cord regeneration research with award-winning studies. Performs advanced procedures for scoliosis and kyphosis. Member of EUROSPINE and AO Spine.
Turkey
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32 years of experienceComplex spinal stenosis casesPerforms advanced endoscopic spinal surgeries with 5,629+ procedures. Heads neurosurgery at Kocaeli University and holds memberships in AANS & WFNS.
Turkey
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15 years of experienceComplex spinal stenosis casesTrained under Prof. Dr. M. Gazi Yasargil, a neurosurgery pioneer. Member of Turkish Spine Association and European neurosurgical societies.
Turkey
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